Wrap - It's Scary But Nobody Cares

1. Nothing like some Ashes rivalry...maybe Warner may actually score some runs some day. His Test record is becoming tragic. If ever there was a time when Australian batsmen will be put to the test, it's in this Test on a gloomy, seaming and tricky deck. Warner 3, Kahwaja 0. Fair dinkum. Both bat like millionaires too often. They lack fight and resolve when they have been gifted ideal cahances to impress. Warner is fast becoming a basket case. His bat needs to do some talking. We all know his mouth is well versed.

Rogers on the other hand was scratchy, but effective. Reminds me of Matt Hayden's first ton in Adelaide v the Windies when he did not even put up the bat he was that embarrassed. At least Rogers fought and showed the grit and determination of a true Aussie batsman.

I'm convinced that batting last on this deck will be treacherous. We needed a sizeable lead but capitulated. We are in more trouble than Eddie Obeid. Swan is near unplayable for our batsmen.

2. Michael Vaughan has a lot to say for an English captain that had an average record. Test batting average 41.44. Incredibly, too many people listen to him.

3. Lyon and Bird - and Swan - bowled like feral animals. A bit like the old African Lion Safari. Wind up your windows as a feral animal or two scratch the life out of your dad's duco on the old Holden Kingswood station wagon.

4. Benji Marshall. Farewell and don't strain your back with the cash. Are Rugby that silly? SBW knows they are. This is becoming tiresome. His release online in a video was terribly self indulgent. Perhaps it explains everything...a big ego who has allowed fame to go to his head. The Tigers at least learned something when they signed Braith Anasta. Invest in youth, pepper it with experience, develop superstars...

Mick Potter surely has to be chopped. He has cleaned out his coaching staff...a sure sign he is under pressure. Steve Georgalis is a good coach. He will pick up a gig no problems. Royce also knows a hell of a lot. However, Potter? He reminds me of Brian Smith. Crash and burn the joint and hope someone sees it as progress.

As mentioned here weeks ago, financial logic would tell you that Tim Sheens surely has to come back in, but they have now stopped paying him! How long before this club becomes extinct? It smells like the North Sydney Bears in their final days.

5. A win for Parramatta. Hard to believe they have won. Tipping comps around the state are furious! Maybe Samuel L Jackson might be able to afford a new hat now for Bet365. Interesting to see Tom Waterhouse has sold his business. Build it up, sell your soul and then run like hell.

Melbourne warming up nicely. Manly looking strong. Roosters were loose. Bunnies fading fast. Liking the late season form of the Cowboys...would be dangerous from seventh or eighth if they snuck in.

6. Adam Scott. In tremendous form. Form has a window which slams shut. Get into it while it is open and clear! Here's hoping for a last round surge.

7. What is it about the Broncos? They are the old lady up the road who takes in every stray cat and dog in the joint because they are all "homesick". The sooner another Brisbane team is in the mix, the better.

8. AFL comp looks more open this year than most. Swans disappointing but Magpies strong. Essendon have more troubles than Craig Thomson. ASADA will probably deliver their findings in Grand Final week to make their point.